Via naturejobs.com. Applications are invited for a fully funded studentship entitled “Investigation of peripheral and spinal mechanisms underlying aberrant pain responses in a model of diabetic neuropathy”. Neuropathy is commonly associated with type I and type II diabetes. The biochemical mechanisms driving sensitization of the peripheral and central nervous system following peripheral nerve damage, which often results in aberrant pain sensation such as touch-evoked pain, is poorly understood. The aim of this studentship is to assess the development of aberrant pain behaviour and investigate the neuronal mechanisms underlying the central sensitisation associated with this condition. This project will be jointly supervised by Dr Victoria Chapman and Dr Rob Mason. This studentship available for a period of four years and provides a stipend of at least £13240 p.a. Please note that certain eligibility conditions apply, therefore, this studentship is only available to UK/EU citizens ordinarily resident in the UK. Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Victoria Chapman, at: [email protected]. Applications, with a detailed CV and the names and addresses of three referees, should be sent to Dr Victoria Chapman, School of Biomedical Sciences, Queen’s Medical Centre, Nottingham NG7 2UH. The closing date for applications is 30 January 2009.

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